A Year in the Bath: The Year's Very Best Bathrooms

Ever since the advent of indoor plumbing, people have been debating how to decorate the bathroom. True, the bathroom is a utilitarian space — everyone's got to have one — but it can also become a place to soak, unwind, and escape from the cares of the world. This year's bunch of house tours provided no shortage of inspiring bathroom spaces. Whether they were renters dealing with old-school tile or homeowners creating the retreat of their dreams, the subjects of this year's House Tours knew how to create a stylish bathroom.